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Festivals in New Mexico

Are you searching for
the best festivals in New Mexico? Look no farther. These are the pick of the
lot, so bring your friends and get ready to save money while having fun!

Spring

The Gathering of Nations Pow Wow

In April, the
Gathering of Nations Pow Wow brings members of more than 700 Native American
tribes from across North America to Albuquerque. The public is invited to check
out the three-day Pow Wow held April 25–27, which features Native American
singing and dancing competitions, music and performances, vendors selling arts
and crafts, a Native American food court, and more.

Mother's Day Music Festival

This free,
family-friendly music festival in Taos honors moms on May 10–12. Live bands
play everything from rock to Tejano music, and attendees can chow down on tasty
eats from area vendors.

Summer

Roswell UFO Festival

Join UFO fans at the
three-day Roswell UFO Festival (July 5–7) for lots of cool, free events,
including human and pet costume contests, a light parade, and making alien
hats. The city of Roswell is known as the UFO capital of the world. Besides the
aliens, you can check out the live entertainment, talks by guest speakers, the
Roswell Planetarium, and the UFO Museum.

New Mexico State Fair

From September 5–15,
the fun and festivity of the annual New Mexico State Fair comes to Albuquerque.
Fair highlights include carnival rides and games, rodeos, performances by
country music stars, Aztec and Apache dancers, cake and pie contests, horse
shows, pig races, magic shows, and karaoke singing contests.

Fall

Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium

At this October 10–13
festival in Ruidoso Downs, you can learn about the cowboy way of life, listen
to cowboy poets and country music entertainers, enjoy a world championship
chuck-wagon cook-off, and watch horse demonstrations and competitions. Vendors
will be selling Western gear, including saddles, clothing, boots, jewelry, and
art.

Winter

The Ruidoso Festival of Lights, Parade of Lights, and After
Party

This festive
celebration on December 7 is held in the village of Ruidoso in the
southern-central part of the Land of Enchantment. It includes a parade with
fun, holiday-themed floats that are covered in lights. The after party in
Wingfield Park is free to attend, and features food, drinks, Santa, and a
holiday-themed movie shown on a big, outdoor screen.

The National Fiery Foods and Barbecue Show

When it comes to spicy
foods, some like it hot, hotter, and hottest! That's where the National Fiery
Foods and Barbecue Show packs a powerful punch. Winter winds down with a spicy
bang when the show kicks off in Albuquerque in early March 2020. Attendees can
sample dishes and sauces ranging from relish, salsa, hot sauces, barbecue
sauce, and chili to sausages, chocolates, syrups, and beverages. You can also
learn how to make your own barbecue by watching the pros do it. Food fight
competitions, where chefs compete using mystery ingredients, bring hot to a new
level.

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